International Business with German

Course description

Combine the study of business with German to prepare for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.

Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as:

* authentic leadership

* ethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviour

* entrepreneurial practice

* effective communication

This will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including:

* accountancy and finance

* strategy

* marketing

* human resource management

* data analytics

* entrepreneurship and innovation

You can draw on a range of disciplines outside business, particularly in Years 1 and 2, which include:

* psychology

* law

* economics

* sociology

* art and design

* history

* mathematics

**German**

Ranking in the world top 20 languages, German plays an important role in communications in many countries, particularly in central and eastern Europe. It is a working language for many international organisations.

German makes an excellent partner subject to International Business. The German economy is one of the largest in the world.

In this programme, you will learn spoken and written German, enabling you to communicate effectively in a range of contexts.

You will also choose from a range of courses in German culture and society, enabling you to acquire vital cultural competence.

**International business**

You will specialise in international business in Year 2 and you will have a compulsory study year abroad in Year 3 at one of our international partner institutions in a German-speaking country.

**Who the programme is for**

This programme is particularly suitable if you are looking for a breadth of international business understanding. The programme is appropriate for those aspiring to undertake a career in international management, and those seeking further educational opportunities. German speakers are highly sought after by British employers, particularly those with links to the German economy, the fourth largest in the world.

**Environment for learning**

We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our Student Experience Team offer an extensive range of pastoral and professional provision to support you on your undergraduate journey.

We provide many and varied opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies.

**Further development opportunities**

You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches:

* Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)

* Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)

You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.

Subjects

• International business studies
• German